Structural Engineer

Infrastructure News Pty; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

BVi Consulting Engineers Western Cape (Pty) Ltd in Cape Town is seeking a Structural Engineer to join the design office. The role involves planning, identifying and designing structural-related infrastructure and buildings, and preparing reports across all project stages.

Applicants should have a BEng or BSc Eng in Civil Engineering, 1–3 years post-graduate experience, strong teamwork, excellent English writing, and proficiency with AutoCad, Revit and Prokon; a valid driver's license is

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc Eng degree in Civil Engineering.
• 1–3 years post-graduate experience in structural engineering.
• Strong teamwork and effective English writing skills.
• Proficient report writing and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Form part of an existing structural engineering design office.
• Plan, identify, and design structural-related infrastructure and buildings.
• Prepare reports for all project stages from inception to close-out.
• Assist Project Leader with contract/project management and client interactions.
• Prepare tender documentation including specifications, BOQ and drawings.

Skills

Teamwork

English writing

Report writing

Work under pressure

Driver's license

Education

BEng or BSc Eng in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCad

Revit

Prokon

MS Office

Job description

• Job purpose: BVi Consulting Engineers Western Cape (Pty) Ltd has a vacancy for a Structural Engineer in their Cape Town office. BVi is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm with more than 400 employees and offices across Southern Africa. The BVi Group’s success is based on solid business integrity principles guided by our core values.
• Location: Cape Town

Key Responsibilities:

• Form part of an existing structural engineering design office.
• Planning, identifying, and designing structural-related infrastructure and buildings.
• Preparation of reports for all stages of project implementation, including inception, feasibility/ business plans, concept and viability, design development, tender and procurement, close-out, etc.
• Assist Project leader with overall contract/project management, including interaction with clients, contractors & other stakeholders, attendance of progress meetings, preparation of payment certificates, dealing with contractual claims, etc.
• Preparation of tender documentation, including specification writing, bill of quantities and drawings
• Must have BEng or BSc Eng degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 1 – 3 years post-graduate relevant experience in the structural engineering environment
• Strong teamwork skills required
• Proficient in English reading and writing
• Must have good report writing skills
• Work well under pressure
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have proficient experience with the following Computer Software Programs:
  • AutoCad
  • Revit
  • Prokon
  • MS Office Suite.
• CV with previous/present employer references, including contact details.
• List of required work experience
• Certified copies of ID and driver’s license documents